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tomato

[tuh-mey-toh, -mah-] / təˈmeɪ toʊ, -ˈmɑ- /


NOUN
simple fruit
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The humble tomato, beloved by many yet scorned by some, slowly awakens from hibernation, reminding us that warm weather, spent indulging in fresh salads and produce-filled sandwiches, is almost here.

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026

Similar to onions and a hollowed loaf of crusty bread, you most definitely can stuff a tomato.

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026

Veteran staff photographer Steve Mellon recalls seeing William sitting at lunch with his print crew, eating a cheese sandwich with tomato soup.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

The starter was inspired by his mother and consisted of a langoustine and green apple tartare, with a kefir and caviar sauce and tomato powder.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

But first I turn over in my mind which snack I should mention—peanut butter banana or tomato soup.

From "Muffled" by Jennifer Gennari